Dan Guse, Author at Home Energy Solutions

The Insulation Tax Credit Ends December 31—Don’t Miss Out on $1,200 in Savings!

Posted on July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 by Dan Guse

A recent change in federal law means the insulation tax credit—worth up to $1,200—is ending sooner than expected. The last day to complete qualifying projects and still be eligible for the credit is December 31, 2025. That gives you a very limited window to complete insulation and air sealing upgrades and still claim your savings!

If you’ve been thinking about improving your home’s comfort and energy efficiency, the time to act is now.

A New Law Just Eliminated the Insulation Tax Credit Early

The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (also known as the insulation tax credit) was originally set to run through 2032. But Congress just passed legislation cutting the program short. After December 31, 2025, this credit will no longer be available.

That means to qualify, your project must be completed—not just scheduled—before the end of 2025.

If your work is finished by the deadline, you’ll still be able to claim the credit when you file your 2025 taxes (likely in early 2026). But any upgrades completed after the cutoff will no longer be eligible.

A Limited Time Opportunity to Boost Comfort and Lower Energy Bills—For $1,200 Less!

Waiting could mean leaving up to $1,200 in savings on the table. That’s money that could help offset the cost of insulation and air sealing—upgrades that also:

Lower your monthly energy bills
Improve indoor comfort
Enhance your home’s air quality

This is a dollar-for-dollar credit on your federal tax return. If you owe taxes, it directly reduces the amount you owe. But only if your insulation work is finished by year’s end.

Act Now—Our Schedule Is Filling Up Fast

With the tax credit set to expire, homeowners are hurrying to schedule their insulation upgrades before it’s too late. At Home Energy Solutions we want to help as many people as possible take advantage of this opportunity, but our calendar for the rest of the year is filling up quickly.

To ensure your project is completed in time, contact us today to reserve your slot.

Maximize Your Savings with Confidence

We’re experts in insulation and air sealing and know exactly what’s needed to qualify for the insulation tax credit. The clock is ticking, but our team is ready to:

Recommend qualifying insulation solutions
Provide a detailed, itemized invoice for tax purposes
Help you explore other available incentives and rebates in our area

This isn’t just about improving your home. It’s about taking advantage of a valuable incentive before it disappears for good.

Improve your comfort, cut your energy bills, and take advantage of up to $1,200 in tax credits—before the opportunity disappears. Call 888-719-5905 or contact us online today, while there’s still time to save!

How Does the Insulation Tax Credit Work?

Posted on October 2, 2024October 2, 2024 by Dan Guse

The insulation tax credit is a great opportunity to lower the cost of upgrading the insulation and air sealing in your Wisconsin home. You can save 30% of your eligible expenses, up to $1,200 per year, making it more affordable to create a comfortable home and lower monthly energy bills.

But many homeowners are less familiar with tax credits than rebates. How is the insulation tax credit different from an insulation rebate, and how do tax credits work in general?

What is a Tax Credit?

Unlike a rebate, which is a refund or upfront discount, a tax credit reduces the amount of taxes you owe the government. The insulation tax credit, officially called the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, is a federal tax credit, so it would only affect your federal taxes owed.

A tax credit offers a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your tax bill. As an example, if you go to file your taxes for the year in which you upgraded the insulation and air sealing in your home, and you owe $1,500 in federal taxes, you can use the insulation tax credit of $1,200 to reduce the taxes you owe to $300.

How the Insulation Tax Credit Process Works (in 3 Simple Steps)

Work with a contractor familiar with the insulation tax credit to ensure that you meet all of the qualifications and maximize your savings!
When your home improvement work is finished, make sure your contractor provides you with an itemized invoice that includes all of the expenses eligible for the tax credit.
When it’s time to file your taxes for the year in which your insulation and air sealing upgrades were made, give your invoice to your tax professional (if you are doing your taxes yourself, you can fill out Form 5695, but we always recommend leaving your taxes to professionals!).

Things the Insulation Tax Credit Does NOT Do

You cannot use the tax credit to get a refund: If the amount of the tax credit you are eligible to take is more than the federal taxes you owe, you won’t be paid for the difference.
You cannot roll any remaining balance to the next year: Similarly, you can’t save any remaining balance to apply to future years’ taxes.
You can’t take the tax credit on non-eligible expenses: Labor costs for installing insulation and air sealing are not eligible for the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. But that doesn’t mean that there isn’t plenty of savings to be had! Home Energy Solutions can help you navigate the tax credit and maximize the credit you’re eligible for.

Find Out How Much You Can Save with Home Energy Solutions

We know that every dollar counts when it comes to making investments in your home, which is why the team at Home Energy Solutions is trained and familiar with incentives like the insulation tax credit. As part of our energy audit process, we will review your eligibility for this tax credit and outline your estimated savings!

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